Volunteer Supervisor

Join Our Team of Wonderful Counsellors and Make a Difference in Underserved Communities

Volunteer Opportunity:
Are you a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC), or Registered Social Worker (RSW) looking to give back to the community? Oak Counselling Services Society is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals like you to join our team of counsellors providing affordable counselling services to residents of Metro Vancouver. By volunteering with us, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact, connect with like-minded professionals, and receive support in your counselling journey.

About Oak Counselling Services:
Oak Counselling Services Society is a well-established not-for-profit organization that has been serving the community for almost 50 years. We are committed to providing accessible counselling services to individuals and couples in Metro Vancouver. Our team consists of dedicated Master's level counsellors who generously volunteer their time and expertise. We offer both in-person and virtual counselling options to ensure accessibility for all.

About You:
As a volunteer clinical supervisor, we expect you to possess the following qualities and skills:

- Ability to work independently and remotely
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills
- Comfortable using technology, specifically Janeapp
- Flexible schedule that allows you to choose your preferred days and times for supervision sessions
- Offer supervision to counsellors and potential student counsellors

**Requirements**:
To ensure the safety and well-being of our clients and volunteers, we require the following:

- Clear Criminal Record Check for vulnerable persons
- Willingness to commit to a minimum of one year of service
- Ability to respect privacy, maintain confidentiality, and establish personal boundaries
- Liability insurance coverage
- 5+ years of experience as a clinical counsellor
- Ability to supervise student counsellors, registered counsellors/social workers

Join Us Today:
Thank you for considering this volunteer opportunity with Oak Counselling Services. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

**Job Types**: Seasonal, Casual, Part-time
Contract length: 12 months

**Salary**: From $0.01 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 1 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (required)

**Experience**:

- counselling: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- BCACC-ACS/CCC-S/approved clinical supervisor (preferred)

Work Location: Remote